What Is Resveratrol?
Resveratrol is a chemical substance naturally occurring in several plants. It belongs to the phytoalexins group of compounds – antimicrobial inhibitors that are naturally synthesised when the plants are under attack of bacteria. At present Resveratrol is extracted from natural plants primarily from Japanese knotweed as well as synthesized in laboratory conditions, although it is also contained in the skin and seeds of red grapes. In fact, the popularity of this chemical substance came from the so called French Paradox – people who were consuming red wine did not suffer from high levels of cholesterol and they remained more physically active and younger looking. With the conduction of a large number of scientific experiments many health benefits of Resveratrol were discovered.
The chemical substance acts on the human body by activating a gene called Sirtuin1 or SIRT1. As a result the work of the mitochondria in the cells is improved. The mitochondria are responsible for the processing of energy and the regulation of metabolism on a cellular level. The effect on the body that is achieved is similar to the one occurring when the person is on a very restricted calorie diet. Put more simply, by taking resveratrol your body can achieve the following:
- Burns fat more actively creating a slimming effect.
- Bad cholesterol levels are naturally reduced, lowering high blood pressure.
- Regulates blood sugar levels, providing extra energy.
- Blood sugar also affects appetite - Resveratrol controls cravings.
- All this and many more benefits, from a single Resveratrol pill daily.
This natural chemical substance has an effect on the nervous system. It can efficiently slow the dying of neurons, which is a naturally occurring process. The neuronal function of the brain is also significantly improved through the intake of sufficient amounts of Resveratrol. The compound can successfully prevent serious medical conditions such as Sclerosis and Alzheimer. The combined positive effects of the chemical substance on the nervous and cardiovascular systems can slow the aging process. Numerous researches are dedicated to the more complete study of this effect of Resveratrol and the results are more than optimistic. Resveratrol is also attributed to have an anti-cancer action. Tests are still being conducted to determine with certainty whether the systematic intake of the compound can effectively prevent the formation of carcinomas. Positive results were observed on the treatment of breast, skin, colon and gastric cancer and leukaemia cells.
Given that Resveratrol acts as a strong antioxidant, its anti-aging benefits are not only internal. Through the regular intake of supplements containing the substance the skin is also rejuvenated. It is more radiant and cleaner. There is a positive cosmetic effect on the hair and nails as well.